Common Requirements

• There are several common documents required in the majority of export situations. These include an Airway bill, a bill of lading, a commercial invoice, an export packing list and an electronic export information form.
  
  

Proof of Origin

• Some countries require that proof of origin be provided, usually in the form of a Certificate of Origin (CO). In some cases, the CO must be a notarized document that has been certified by a local chamber of commerce.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Specific goods sometimes have export requirements that go above and beyond the standard. Exports classified as dangerous -- such as HAZMAT shipments -- must be accompanied by a Dangerous Goods Certificate. Food and pharmaceutical products require a Certificate of Analysis.